The Arizona House of Representatives has voted to repeal a near-total ban on abortions, clearing an initial hurdle in a battleground state where the issue has become a political flashpoint. The measure, which passed with the support of three Republicans, faces additional hurdles before it can become law, but its approval signals a shift in the state’s political landscape.
In a narrow vote, the Republican-controlled Arizona House of Representatives has approved a measure to repeal an 1864 abortion ban. The bill now moves to the state Senate, which also has a narrow GOP majority. If the repeal fails, the old law, which would make performing an abortion a felony, will go into effect in June after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Democrats have pushed for the repeal for three straight weeks, while Republicans are deeply divided on the issue. Even former President Donald Trump has denounced the law.
The Arizona House of Representatives has voted to repeal the state’s near-total ban on abortion, which dates back to 1864. The vote was 32-28, with all 29 Democrats and three Republicans supporting the repeal. The repeal bill now moves to the Senate, where it is expected to pass. If the repeal is approved by the Senate and signed by Governor Katie Hobbs, it would overturn the current law, which only allows abortions to save the life of the pregnant person. It would also reinstate a 2022 law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
The Arizona House of Representatives has passed a bill to repeal a near-total abortion ban that has been on the books since 1864. The bill now goes to the state Senate for consideration. The move comes after the Arizona Supreme Court upheld the ban earlier this month. The ban has sparked protests and rallies in support of abortion rights.
A bill introduced in the California legislature would allow abortion providers in Arizona to quickly obtain temporary medical licenses to practice in California, in response to an influx of patients from states that have outlawed the procedure. The proposal comes as Arizona recently ruled that a 160-year-old law criminalizing nearly all abortions can go into effect, overriding an existing 15-week ban. Members of California’s Legislative Women’s Caucus and Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced the bill, explaining that Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes had reached out to her California counterpart, fellow Democrat Rob Bonta, about the idea. The bill aims to expedite the passage ahead of June 8, when Arizona’s abortion restrictions are set to kick in. California lawmakers and advocates for the new legislation emphasized that it is a temporary solution, as the patchwork of abortion access laws across the country following the overturning of Roe v. Wade is unfortunate and no one should have to travel out of state for healthcare.
After weeks of deliberation, the Arizona House of Representatives passed a bill repealing the near-total abortion ban dating back to 1864. The bill was passed with support from three Republicans, joining the 29 Democrats in the chamber. The repeal is expected to be signed into law by Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs and supported by abortion rights advocates nationwide. The passage of the repeal comes amidst ongoing efforts by Republicans to preserve the ban, but the draft strategy document indicates that they are considering alternative ballot measures to compete with the pro-abortion rights proposal.
In a surprising turn of events, the Arizona House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to repeal the state’s 160-year-old abortion ban. The measure passed with Republican legislators joining Democrats in a 32-29 vote. The repeal comes after the state’s Supreme Court upheld the ban earlier this month, sparking outrage and confusion. The measure will now move to the Arizona Senate for consideration.
Democratic legislators in Arizona are once again attempting to repeal the state’s strict abortion ban, which has been in effect since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June 2022. Republicans have used procedural tactics to block previous repeal efforts, but Democrats remain hopeful that one more Republican will cross party lines on Wednesday to bring the repeal bill to a vote.
In the wake of the Arizona Supreme Court reinstating an 1864 abortion ban, abortion clinics remain operational while the political debate rages. The ruling has sparked protests, media attention, and uncertainty for patients and providers. Despite the tumultuous environment, clinics like Camelback Family Planning continue to provide abortion services, adapting to legal changes and offering support to patients facing difficult decisions. Anti-abortion activists express optimism about the law’s potential impact but acknowledge the need for societal changes. Amidst the ongoing legal and political battles, the future of abortion access in Arizona remains uncertain.
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